David Ward Knihy

While no photographer would deny the importance of mastering the technicalities of the craft, most would agree that true satisfaction comes from using technique to realize more profound, creative goals. In this book, distinguished landscape photographer David Ward investigates the goals of photography and how they can best be achieved. He is concerned, primarily, with the nature of creativity as it is experienced and practiced by photographers, and with the thought processes that go into making an image that aspires to be a work of art. In exploring these issues, and in drawing on his own superb work, he has produced a book that goes far beyond the "how to" manual, addressing questions that, though rarely asked, go to the heart of every photographer’s ambitions. David Ward has been a fine-art landscape photographer for more than 20 years; his work has appeared in many publications, including Outdoor Photographer and Amateur Photographer.

Six young friends, tortured by the Spears and forced to work as slaves in the harsh fields of Grassland, vow to escape to find the freedom that was stolen from them long ago, and their opportunity arises when Outsiders come and wage war against the Spears.

In this dramatic conclusion to the Grasslands Trilogy, Corki, Pippa, and all their friends are reunited for a final fight to determine the future of Grassland. After escaping the mountains of Grassland, where Corki and Pippa and their friends were slaves and soldiers, the fugitives finally found a new life, and are seemingly safe at last. But as the former slaves explore new lands to the north, they discover that cruelty and injustice are not only found in Grassland, and that the people they visit may need their help. Grassland, too, may need assistance. When an appeal from an old friend reaches Corki and Pippa in their travels, will they have the courage to do what’s right for their old land, despite its cruel history? What will it cost them to change Grassland for the better?

After tasting freedom, the former slaves are soon back under the control of the menacing Spears, and this time Corki and Pippa are separated as Corki, in training to be a Spear, seeks a way to work within the system to gain freedom for himself and his friends.

A practical handbook for dog owners discusses such important topics as hierarchy and pecking order, dominant and submissive actions, leadership, motivation, and much more. By the author of Know Your Cat. 40,000 first printing.

When a symposium takes Dr. Graham to the Perimeter One space station at the edge of the solar system, sabotage places his entire family in terrible danger.

Exploring diverse perspectives on Africa, this collection features insights from writers, visitors, residents, and native-born individuals. First published in 1989, it offers a rich tapestry of narratives that illuminate the continent's complexities. Ideal for scholars and researchers, it serves as a valuable resource in English literature and African studies, highlighting the varied experiences and interpretations of Africa's cultural landscape.

Set against the backdrop of a disintegrating Yugoslavia, this cycling tour narrative explores the challenges and unpredictability of traveling through a country on the verge of war. The author faces not only the physical demands of the journey but also the complexities of navigating a landscape fraught with tension and uncertainty, ultimately highlighting the resilience required to return home safely. The journey becomes a poignant reflection on the beauty and turmoil of a nation in crisis.

Herman, the fourth little pig, embarks on an adventurous escape from the Big Bad Wolf, sailing to a tropical island. After facing challenges with his initial shelters made of palm leaves and bamboo, both of which are destroyed by storms, he ultimately finds refuge in a cave. This story offers a fresh perspective on resilience and ingenuity, highlighting Herman's determination to survive against the odds.